PUMPKIN DESSERT SQUARES WITH SHORTBREAD CRUST
This dessert has extreme pumpkin flavor, with a crust that is so buttery, flakey and light, if you prefer a less sweeter filling just add in 3/4 cup sugar --- the crust must be mixed on the food processor or it will not have the same texture.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 1 (8x8-inch)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Set oven to 350°F.
- Set oven to second-lowest position.
- Butter an 8 x 8-inch baking pan.
- To make the crust: process all crust ingredients on a food processor for about 30 seconds until well blended.
- Press the mixture lightly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake crust for 15 minutes, then remove from oven.
- Meanwhile prepare the filling.
- With an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese with 3/4 cup plus 2 tbsp sugar for about 2 minutes.
- Add in eggs and beat well until combined.
- Add in the pumpkin puree, vanilla and melted butter; mix until combined.
- In a small cup combine flour, cinnamon and allspice, then add to the pumpkin mixture; mix about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour over the partially baked crust, and return to oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until just set.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled, cut into squares with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
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